The kitchen appliance has been featured on the New York Times on three separate occasions. On Facebook, Twitter, and Reddit you can find active communities trading tips, tricks, and recipes to help fellow Instant Pot enthusiasts unlock the true potential of the new addition to their kitchen.

We first noticed the popularity of the Instant Pot on Prime Day last year. Looking back at the day's best-selling products, we found many of the items we expected, but were fairly shocked to see the Instant Pot made the list. As it turns out, we shouldn't have been surprised at all; according to the New York Times, over 215,000 Instant Pots found a new home on Prime Day last year. From there, fascination with the kitchen addition only grew.

What makes the Instant Pot so special is its versatility and ease of use. Its 7-in-1 distinction is earned by its ability to serve as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, porridge maker, steamer, sauté pan, yogurt maker, and food warmer. It's also a great option for those trying to eat healthier, with tons of available recipes to satisfy and delight both vegetarians and vegans.

It's safe to say the Instant Pot 7-in-1 Programmable Electric Pressure Cooker is the internet's favorite pressure cooker, and it might even be the internet's favorite kitchen appliance altogether. It's inspiring communities to come together online, and inspiring strangers on the internet to write loving reviews longer than some of my college term papers.

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